Media Advisory

What:              Inaugural Hall of Fame

When:             Thursday, December 11, 4-8 p.m.

Where:            Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City Club 

Teen Center, 317 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Atlantic City

The Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City will host its inaugural Hall of Fame celebration, recognizing individuals whose leadership and service have made a lasting difference for the club and the Atlantic City community. Honorees are Dr. Delois Campbell, Dr. Scott Fuerman, the late Richard Harris, Tracy Parker, and Karen Schwab.

·      4 pm                Doors open

·      4:30 - 6 pm     Dinner, entertainment and socializing

·      6-8 pm             Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Honoree Background

·      Dr. Delois Campbell, a trailblazer in education and community leadership, is being honored for decades of service in the Atlantic City and Pleasantville School Districts and with the Boys & Girls Club. As Atlantic City’s first Black female Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and first female Executive Assistant Superintendent, she broke barriers and advanced student achievement.

·      Dr. Scott Fuerman has been a dedicated supporter and longtime board member of the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City, serving in various leadership roles for more than 30 years. An optometrist by profession, Dr. Fuerman became the Club’s unofficial “maintenance man,” always ready to lend a hand with projects big and small.

·      The late Richard Harris exemplified the Club’s values through his compassion, service, and leadership. A former Club Kid, athlete, and U.S. Army veteran, Richard continued to give back each summer as a youth counselor, inspiring and mentoring countless young people. 

·      Tracy Parker grew up at the Club, where the support she received helped her discover her passion and purpose. Later as a staff member, she dedicated her career to empowering the next generation. A proud Club alumna and lifelong youth advocate, Tracy continues to inspire through her ongoing commitment to the community that shaped her.

·      Karen Schwab has been volunteering at the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City for more than a decade now. A retired teacher and reading specialist, she works with the members at Drexel Club, helping struggling readers gain confidence.

Media coverage is welcome.